1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 590 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Mehari | Sierra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |